2026

Music Star Award

June 14, 2026 4:30 pm

St. Alban's Episcopal Church

A Summer of Stars

Music is meant to be shared. We are thrilled to welcome our families and friends to the 2026 Music Star Awards. This annual tradition is more than just a recital; it’s a moment for our community to gather and witness the passion and perseverance of our young musicians. Come celebrate the joy of music and the bright futures of our talented ‘stars’ in an afternoon of inspiring performances.

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Individual Performance

Click on each performer's name to see their past performances.

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Twinkle Little Star

Nursery Rhyme
1
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Princess Waltz

John Thompson
2
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Old MacDonald Had a Farm

Nursery Rhyme
3
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Sunrise

John Thompson
4
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Ballet Dancer

John Thompson
5
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Once Upon A Time

John Thompson
6
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Little Bo Peep

Nursery Rhyme
7
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Free

K Pop Demon Hunter
8
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Summer Sonatina Mvt 1

Jane Bastien

Spring

Vivaldi
9
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Sonatina In C Major, Op.57, No.1, Mvt. 2, Allegro Grazioso

Albert Biehl
10
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Sonatina In A Minor

Georg Benda
11
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Zelda’s Lullaby

Koji Kondo
12
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Sonatina Op.66 No.2, Mvt 1: Allegro Moderato

Lichner
13
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Sonatina Op. 66 No.2 Mvt 2: Andante Cantabile

Lichner
14
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Sonatina Op. 157, No.1, Mvt 2

Fritz Spindler
15
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Sonatina In Season Mvt 3: Spring Shower

Kevin Olson
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“An Eagle’s View” From Sonatina In Flight

Kevin Olson
17
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“Air Show Acrobatics” From Sonatina In Flight

Kevin Olson
18
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Jazz Sonatina, Mvt 1

Vandall
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Jazz Sonatina, Mvt 3

Vandall
20
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Sonatina In F Major Op.36 No. 4, Mvt 3

Clementi
21
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Sonatina Op.88 No.2, Mvt 3

Friedrich Kuhlau
22
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Sonatina No.1 In C Major, Mvt 1: Allegro

Mozart
23
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Sonatina No.1, Mvt 1

Evgeny Svetlanov
24
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Sonatina No.1, Mvt 2

Evgeny Svetlanov
25
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Sonatina In A Minor

Alexander Glazunov
26
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Sonatina In C Major Mvt 1: Allegro Giocoso

Aram Khachaturian
27
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Sonatina Op.1, No.1, Mvt 1

Serafim Ivanov
28
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Sonatina Op.1, No.1 Mvt 3

Serafim Ivanov
29
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Sonatine: Andante

Georges Auric

Salut D’amour

Edward Elgar
30
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Sonatina, Op.100

Nikolai Kapustin

Humoresques

Dvorak
31
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Sonatine Op.13, No.1, Mvt 3: Presto

Dmitri Kabalevsky

Butterfly Lovers

He Zhanhao & Chen Gang
32
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Sonatina In Colors: Red

Kevin Olson
33
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Rondo Alla Turca

Mozart
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Sonata No. 61 In D Major, Hob.xvi: 51

Haydn
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Sonata In D Minor, K517

Domenico Scarletti
36
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Sonata No. 2 In D Minor, Op.14, Mvt 2: Scherzo

Prokofiev
37
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Sonata In G Minor Mvt 1. Allegro

Felix Mendelssohn
38
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Minuet No. 2

Bach
39
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Minuet No.3

Christian Petzold
40
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Libertango

Astor Piazzolla
41
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The Boy Paganini

Eduard Mollenhauer
42
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Concerto In A Minor

Vivaldi
43
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Good to know

For Performers: Please go to the reserved seats at least two (2) numbers before your turn to perform.

DO NOT stand up or change seats during performances.

DO NOT walk in front of the stage. Please use the side aisles or back aisle only.

Dress Code: Performers should dress in formal attire. Sneakers and slippers are not allowed.

Recording: The recital will be recorded and posted on studio's YouTube channel after the event. But you’re also welcome to record the event. Please respect the audience and performers, stay towards the back or outer edges of the room, and NO FLASH during all performances.

Award Ceremony: There will be an award ceremony and group photo. Please plan to stay until the end of the recital to receive your award and participate in photos.

Audience etiquette for formal classical concert/recital:

  • Always remain quiet during the performance.
  • Be attentive and give the performers your attention.
  • Be considerate of others.
  • No strong perfumes and/or scents.
  • Applause when a new performer is introduced and hold your applause until they finish all their songs (when the performer gets up from the bench).
  • Turn on silent mode on your phone or any other electronics.
  • For families with small children, please keep them respectful during the performance.
  • If you need to use the bathroom or leave the recital hall, please wait until between each performance.

1. Familiarize yourself with the pieces, though memorization is optional.

2. Prepare for the performance:

  • Approach the stage confidently.
  • Come to a complete stop in front of the piano.
  • Establish eye contact with the audience.
  • Perform a graceful bow, counting to three as you do so.

3. Adjust your piano bench to ensure comfort. If needed, don't hesitate to ask Ms.Pangfun for assistance.

4. While seated:

  • Maintain an upright posture with hands on your lap.
  • Lift your hands and place them gently on the keys.
  • Take a deep breath.
  • Begin playing.

5. Between each song:

  • Lift your hands off the keys and rest them on your lap.
  • Calm any nerves, take your time, and prepare for the next piece.
  • When ready, lift your hands and place them on the keys.
  • Inhale and continue playing.

6. After the final song:

  • Lift your hands from the keys.
  • Rest them on your lap for a count of three.
  • Stand up from the bench.
  • Perform a bow, counting to three.

7. Before the recital, practice wearing your chosen attire, including shoes, at least twice to ensure comfort.

Dress in your finest attire or as elegantly as you prefer. Ensure that your clothing allows for unrestricted arm movement, with appropriate sleeve length and minimal interference with playing and comfort.

Please refrain from wearing jeans or slippers.

Keep your hair away from your face by clipping, tying, or using gel as recommended for convenience and focus during your performance.

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